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Best Things to Do in Boulder

With more than 38,000 acres of parkland -- which includes more than 200 miles of hiking and biking trails -- Boulder is a nature-lover's paradise. Get your adrenaline pumping in Eldorado Canyon State Park or Chautauqua Park or admire the views from the Flatirons, the city’s informal symbol. Just make sure to save time for homey breweries like the Boulder Beer Company and bustling shopping areas like the Pearl Street Mall.

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How We Rank Things to Do
#1
Boulder Creek Path Free attraction
Hiking, Recreation | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 5.0

Why go: Ask any Boulder resident for a hiking recommendation and they'll probably point you to ... read more»

#2
Chautauqua Park Free attraction
Parks and Gardens, Recreation | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: Perched on the southwest edge of the city, this tiny extension of Boulder Mountain Park ... read more»

#3
The Flatirons Free attraction
Hiking, Natural Wonders | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: These jaw-dropping rock walls flanking Green Mountain have become a city symbol, with many Boulder ... read more»

#4
Celestial Seasonings Tea Factory Free attraction
Sightseeing, Tours | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: It's no wonder everyone in Boulder seems so relaxed: The city is home to ... read more»

#5
Pearl Street Mall Free attraction
Shopping, Neighborhood/Area | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: Stretching from 8th to 20th Street, this happening drag is a shopaholic's Yellow Brick ... read more»

#6
Leanin' Tree Museum of Western Art Free attraction
Museums | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: There is another way to experience Colorado's scenery rather than hiking or rock climbing ... read more»

#7
Eldorado Canyon State Park
Hiking, Parks and Gardens, Recreation | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: Cascading canyon walls, lush pine forests, winding trails -- Eldorado Canyon State Park is a nature ... read more»

#8
Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse Free attraction
Cafes, Sightseeing | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: If the Celestial Seasonings Tea Factory didn't satisfy your herbal craving, head to the ... read more»

#9
Boulder Beer Company Free attraction
Tours, Wineries/Breweries | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: Back in 1979, America's 43rd brewing license was issued to two University of Colorado ... read more»

#10
National Center for Atmospheric Research Free attraction
Museums, Tours | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.0

Why go: While most people consider a conversation about the weather to be a desperate attempt at ... read more»

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